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Review: Marvel Knights Daredevil: Guardian Devil

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It’s Wednesday which means it’s new comic book day with new releases hitting shelves, both physical and digital, all across the world. This week we’ve got a return to a classic, the launch of Marvel Knights.

Marvel Knights Daredevil: Guardian Devil collects issues 1-8 and 1/2 by Kevin Smith, Joe Quesada, Jimmy Palmiotti, Richard Isanove, Dan Kemp, J.G. Jones, Steve Dillon, David Mack, Kevin Nowlan, John Romita, Sr., Jae Lee, Amanda Conner, John Cassaday, Laura Depuy, Drew Yackey, and Chris Sotomayor.

Get your copy in comic shops today and book stores September 25. To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

Amazon/Kindle/comiXology or TFAW

 

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The Amazing Spider-Man #800 Gets a Variant Cover from John Romita, Sr. and Richard Isanove

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It’s all been building to this – the biggest Peter Parker and Norman Osborn story of all time, and the first Marvel comic EVER to hit 800 issues! In celebration of the 800th issue of The Amazing Spider-Man and the now historic run of Dan Slott, Marvel is excited to show a variant cover from industry great John Romita Sr. and Richard Isanove!

Witness the culmination of the Red Goblin story as Slott is joined for his final issue by epic artists such as Stuart Immonen, Humberto Ramos, Giuseppe Camuncoli, and Jim Cheung, and a cover by Alex Ross.

The Amazing Spider-Man #800 comes to shelves May 30th.

John Romita Sr.’s Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows #1 Variant

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This November, the Parker family is wallcrawling and webslinging their way into hearts and minds in the pages of Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows #1! Legendary Spidey scribe Gerry Conway returns to pen the adventures of your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man alongside blockbuster artist Ryan Stegman – and Marvel is celebrating by revisiting one of the most iconic Marvel covers of all time! As this family of spiders swing headlong into Marvel NOW!, relive the wedding of Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson with a variant cover by comics legend John Romita Sr. (AUG168911)! Masterfully recolored by Richard Isanove – this iconic classic comes to life once again!

Be there when being Spider-Man becomes a family affair as Peter, MJ and Annie swing into action.

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN: RENEW YOUR VOWS #1 (SEP160946)
TOP SECRET ARTIST VARIANT by JOHN ROMITA SR. (AUG168911)
Written by GERRY CONWAY
Art & Cover by RYAN STEGMAN
FOC – 10/17/16, On-Sale – 11/09/16

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New York Comic Con 2014: Spider-Man Swings Into the Library of American Comics & IDW Publishing

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The Amazing Spider-ManAdding to IDW Publishing’s ever-growing partnership with Marvel, the publishers announced at New York Comic Con they will be teaming up to bring the world’s most popular Super-Hero, The Amazing Spider-Man, to IDW’s Library of American Comics (LOAC) imprint.

The wondrous wall-crawler’s long-running newspaper strip by Stan Lee, John Romita, and others will be collected in a series of deluxe new hardcover editions that are sure to leave Super Hero fans and comic-strip collectors equally delighted. Consistent with the other newspaper strip reprints in the Library of American Comics line, each volume in the Spider-Man series will include full-color Sunday pages.

Launched in 1977, the Spider-Man newspaper strip begins with Peter Parker’s arachnid alter-ego facing off against the deadly menace of Doctor Doom! Classic Spidey villains, including Kraven the Hunter, Doctor Octopus, Mysterio, and the Kingpin,  make appearances in pulse-pounding tales drawn by master Spider-artist John Romita Sr. and written by none other than Spider-Man co-creator Stan “The Man” Lee! As the series unfolds, the artistic torch was passed to Larry Lieber (Stan’s younger brother), Paul Ryan, Alex Saviuk, and legendary inker “Joltin’” Joe Sinnott. No matter the artistic interpretation on display, The Amazing Spider-Man comic strip features the kind of fast-paced action and genuine human emotion that has made Peter Parker a star in movies, theatre, TV, video games, and the comic books that started it all back in 1962 with Amazing Fantasy #15.

LOAC’s Spider-Man series is designed by Dean Mullaney and edited by Bruce Canwell, both winners of multiple 2014 Eisner Awards for Genius, Illustrated: The Life and Art of Alex Toth.

The Amazing Spider-Man, Volume 1 goes on sale in early 2015, so plan a visit to your favorite comics shop or bookseller so you can enjoy the special Lee/Romita storytelling magic and learn with Peter Parker once again that, “With great power comes great responsibility”.

John Romita Sr. Joins Stan Lee for Panel at the Baltimore Comic-Con

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The Baltimore Comic-Con has announced John Romita Sr.will join Stan Lee for his panel, to be held Saturday afternoon, September 8th at 4:30pm. John is appearing on behalf of the Hero Initiative.ASM692 watermark

Best known for his work at Marvel Comics on the Amazing Spider-Man, John began working for the company at Atlas Comics in the 1950s on war, romance, horror, and other genres.  He freelanced at DC Comics in the mid-1950s on romance titles and cover art, eventually leaving to work as a commercial artist before being lured back to Marvel full time where he spent time working on Daredevil, Fantastic Four, and eventually his long run on Amazing Spider-Man, defining for many the look of the Spider-Man characters.

In addition, Stan Lee Collectibles is pleased to announce that they will have a limited edition poster for sale at the show.  A small number of these limited edition posters have been reserved for VIP and VIP GOLD ticket holders to ensure they are able to purchase one.  Limited quantities are available for purchase by attendees.  The posters may be purchased at booth 1507-1508 on the showroom floor.

Finally, the convention has announced Stan’s Appearance Schedule while at the Baltimore Comic-Con:

Saturday (times are approximate)
10:30 -12:00 – SIGNING
12:30 –  1:30 – PHOTOS
2:00 –  3:30 – SIGNING
3:45 –  4:25 – PHOTOS
4:30 –  5:30 – PANEL
5:45 –  TBD – SIGNING

Sunday (times are approximate)
10:00 – 11:00 – PHOTOS
11:00 – 12:00 – SIGNING
1:00 –   4:00 – SIGNING & PHOTOS – EXACT TIMES TBD

The Hero Initiative is a federally charted not-for-profit corporation dedicated to helping comic book creators in their hour on need. By providing financial safety nets for medical aid, financial support for the necessities of life, and an avenue back to paying work, the Hero Initiative, through the support of its donors, has been able to grant more than $500,000 to over 50 comic veterans.

For more information about how to help support the Hero Initiative, please visit www.heroinitiative.org.

The Baltimore Comic-Con is proud to announce that John Romita Sr.will join Stan Lee for his panel, to be held Saturday afternoon, September 8th at 4:30pm. John is appearing on behalf of the Hero Initiative.ASM692 watermark

Best known for his work at Marvel Comics on the Amazing Spider-Man, John began working for the company at Atlas Comics in the 1950s on war, romance, horror, and other genres.  He freelanced at DC Comics in the mid-1950s on romance titles and cover art, eventually leaving to work as a commercial artist before being lured back to Marvel full time where he spent time working on Daredevil, Fantastic Four, and eventually his long run on Amazing Spider-Man, defining for many the look of the Spider-Man characters.

In addition, Stan Lee Collectibles is pleased to announce that they will have a limited edition poster for sale at the show.  A small number of these limited edition posters have been reserved for VIP and VIP GOLD ticket holders to ensure they are able to purchase one.  Limited quantities are available for purchase by attendees.  The posters may be purchased at booth 1507-1508 on the showroom floor.

Finally, we are pleased to announce Stan’s Appearance Schedule while at the Baltimore Comic-Con:

Saturday (times are approximate)
10:30 -12:00 – SIGNING
12:30 –  1:30 – PHOTOS
2:00 –  3:30 – SIGNING
3:45 –  4:25 – PHOTOS
4:30 –  5:30 – PANEL
5:45 –  TBD – SIGNING

Sunday (times are approximate)
10:00 – 11:00 – PHOTOS
11:00 – 12:00 – SIGNING
1:00 –   4:00 – SIGNING & PHOTOS – EXACT TIMES TBD

The Hero Initiative is a federally charted not-for-profit corporation dedicated to helping comic book creators in their hour on need. By providing financial safety nets for medical aid, financial support for the necessities of life, and an avenue back to paying work, the Hero Initiative, through the support of its donors, has been able to grant more than $500,000 to over 50 comic veterans.

For more information about how to help support the Hero Initiative, please visit www.heroinitiative.org.

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It was new comic release day yesterday, did you grab your pull list?  I didn’t, but that’s because I couldn’t sneak away from work.  The big news that broke yesterday was Julie Taymor being put to the side as far as directing the Spider-Man musical and it’s delayed…. again…. shocker.  Anyone want to take me up on the bet it doesn’t get released this year?  Below is the rest of the news that made the tubes.

Around the Tubes:

The Comic Chronicles – The difference 50 years makes – Do you know what comic sales were like 50 years ago?  The numbers as far as comics sold and revenue gained is quite interesting and makes the argument things might not be so bad.

Destructoid – Prequel for The Darkness 2 coming, will be free – A new Darkness video game is coming out and there’s a comic being released along with it.  I have a copy of the first game, but haven’t played it, any good?

Comic Book Movie – Michael Fassbender Talks Magneto’s Origins, X-Men: First Class Motives And More! -I still have no idea what to think of the movie.  The trailer gives me hope, but I’m nervous…

The Columbian – Author of graphic novel on Hurricane Katrina talks storytelling at WSUV – Washington State University Vancouver welcomed comic creator Josh Neufeld, creator of the graphic novel, A.D.: New Orleans After the Deluge

Arts Beat – At Trial Over ‘Dark Knight’ Death, Prosecutor Says Guidelines Were Not Followed -I don’t remember hearing about this death on set.

Bleeding Cool – The Larry Lieber Deposition For The Kirby Family Vs Marvel Lawsuit – Bleeding Cool posts up the depositions from the lawsuit between Marvel and the Kirby family. First up is Stan Lee’s younger brother.

Bleeding Cool – The Stan Lee Deposition On The Origins Of The Marvel Universe For Kirby Family Vs Marvel Lawsuit – Next up is Stan (the man) Lee.

Bleeding Cool – The John Romita Deposition For The Kirby Family Vs Marvel Lawsuit – Legendary artist John Romita is up next.

Bleeding Cool – The Roy Thomas Deposition For The Kirby Family Vs Marvel Lawsuit -Comic writer, editor and historian rounds out the batch…

Around the Tubes Reviews:

Bleeding Cool – New Avengers #10 and Batman Inc. #3

Bleeding Cool – Sigil #1 and Captain Swing #3

Complex – The Best Comic Books This Week: Batman, Superboy, Venom and More!

Comicvine – Comic Book Reviews For The Week of 3/09/11

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Preview – Your First Look At Amazing Spider-Man: Origin Of The Species!

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Your First Look At Amazing Spider-Man: Origin Of The Species!

Marvel is pleased to present your first look at Amazing Spider-Man #642, from superstar writer Mark Waid and fan-favorite artist Paul Azaceta! Origin Of The Species starts here! The birth of Norman Osborn’s son ignites a fire in the supervillain community and everyone is on the hunt for the new strain of Goblin blood. Spider-Man must keep the child out of the hands of the world’s most powerful villains, but at what cost? With Mary Jane back in Peter’s life and the most dangerous mission he has ever faced in front of him, Spidey stands to lose everything. Discover the Origin Of The Species in Amazing Spider-Man #642!

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #642 (JUL100529)

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #642 ROMITA SR. VARIANT (JUL100530)

Written by MARK WAID & STAN LEE

Penciled by PAUL AZACETA & MARCOS MARTIN

Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC

Variant Cover by JOHN ROMITA SR.

Rated A …$2.99

FOC – 8/12/10, On-Sale – 9/1/10

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